TRAVEL PACKAGES | DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, also known as Congo-Kinshasa or simply the DRC, is a central African country; home to the second largest rainforest in the world, and habitat for some of rarest animal and plant life on the planet. Congo Travel and Tours expeditions offer select experiences that highlight the beauty and wonder of this amazing country and captivating region.
MULTI-DAY TOURS FROM KIGALI/GOMA/KIVU (WITH LOW PRICE GUARANTEE)
Best Value Virunga 1 Week
Best Value Tour of Virunga Sampler, Low Price Guaranteed 1 Week Trip to Kibumba Camps, Gorilla Tracking, Virunga Park, Nyiragongo Volcano, Pygmies, and Lake Kivu.
Garamba and Virunga: savanna, mountains and volcanoes
Explore the green hills of the country of a thousand hills, relax in a beautiful lodge near the famous Kivu Lake. Enjoy the beauty of the rainforest from above during a canopy walk and meet the chimpanzees of Nyungwe Forest and the lowland gorillas of Kahuzi Biega. Conquer the Nyiragongo Volcano and see the biggest lava lake in the world and stand eye in eye with the famous mountain gorillas of Virunga National Park.
Interior Cultures and Cities of DRCongo
This tour offers a chance to immerse yourself in central Africa’s largest city and many other cities and towns within the DRC. From the river-side capital of Kinshasa to the port of Manono, you will have a chance to see and experience the interior regions of the DRC, their surrounding areas, and the people and lifestyles within them.
Jane Goodall's Chimps Tour at Lwiro
This tour provides the quickest and cheapest way to see chimpanzees in a wild setting in East Africa, Jane Goodall’s focus and friends out in KB Congo. You can also enjoy the colonial library of Lwiro, preserved in perfect time-capsule condition since the Belgians.
Kahuzi Beiga 2 Day Lowland Gorilla Trek from Bukavu
THIS TOUR PROVIDES THE QUICKEST AND CHEAPEST WAY TO SEE GORILLAS IN EAST AFRICA
Kahuzi Biega Budget Tour
Biega on a Budget! – Only what you need, none of what you don’t and no nonsense!
Kahuzi Biega Park Chimpanzees and Gorillas: Luxury Lodges
Explore the sweeping forest steppes of the African Great Lakes region, and its most important and beautiful lake towns and National Park. Nestled in Congo-Kinshasa’s eastern region, this jungle hub is the launching point to Kahuzi-Biega National Park for lowland gorilla and chimpanzee spotting.
Kigali to Kinshasa Cross-Congo Overland (For Adventurers)
THIS TOUR REQUIRES CONSIDERABLE FLEXIBILITY AND IS NOT FOR 5 STAR OR LUXURY TRAVELERS. IT IS EXTREMELY ROUGH AND TIRING AND FOR ADVENTURERS ONLY! (but it is awesome and really a dissection of the country in panoramic completion.)
Mountain Gorillas, Virunga, and Nyiragongo Volcano
All of Virunga, the Gorillas, and Nyiragongo’s Epic Fiery Volcano (Largest Live Lava Lake in the World!) with Luxury Lodges: Mikeno, Bukima, and Summit Crater Chalets
Nyiragongo Volcano 2 Day Tour
This is an epic climb up the menacing Nyiragongo to the summit and the eye of Mordor and its lava lake. Save your strength for these 2 long days of trekking!
The best of East Congo and Rwanda
Kivu is probably the most beautiful region in all of Congo, especially the green hills of the Masisi Mountains are out of this world. During our stay we’ll stay in beautifully located, charming farm stays and nice lodges all over the area and will also discover Kivu Lake. You will also have the chance to go horseback riding in this stunning province.
Travel to the Kivu Region of Congo: ten days
Embark on an epic adventure to the two most beautiful parks in the Democratic Republic: Garamba National Park with its beautiful savanna and the kordofan giraffes and the misty mountains of Virunga National Park with its famous inhabitants, the mountain gorillas. This trip starts from Entebbe and includes a stunning scenic flight over Garamba.
Trekking The Rwenzori Mountains from the DRC
Explore the Rwenzori Mountains nestled in alongside the border of the DRC and Uganda and two UNESCO National Parks. Over 7 days, you’ll experience glacial landscapes, tropical rainforests, snow-covered mountain peaks, and plenty of incredible unique flora – and some wildlife! Be sure your boots are warm and have a good grip because there are some tough trekking days ahead that are sure to end with spectacular views, fresh glacial mountain water, and gratitude.
Ultimate Frontier DRC Tour | 2018 Edition | Great Lakes to the Great Rainforests and River
The best the DRC has to offer! Thousands of rainforest, Eastern Lowland Gorillas, and unparalleled views!
Virunga Budget Tour
Virunga National Park and all its glory on a shoestring budget without breaking the bank! – Only what you need, and none of what you don’t!
Virunga Mountain Gorilla 2 Day Tour
The Virunga national park is a world heritage site where dwells the rare Mountain Gorilla & most of the big game animals of Africa. It has the highest amount of biodiversity of any park in Africa and is It is the oldest African Park.
MULTI-DAY TOURS FROM KINSHASA
15 Day Bonobos by Airplane
15 DAY TRIP TO WILD BONOBOS IN FRONTIER ABYSSAL ZONE AND DEEP JUNGLE
8 Day Bonobos By River
8 DAYS TRIP TO WILD BONOBOS VIA CONGO RIVER PROPER & TCHUMBIRI
Atlantic Coast 7-Day Tarpon Fishing Trip in Muanda with Basic/Luxury Accommodation Options
One of the most sought-after game fish by enthusiasts across the continent is the Atlantic tarpon or silver kings, found only in coastal waters, estuaries, lagoons, and rivers. On this week-long adventure, head to the best spot to meet these monsters – at the very place where the Congo River meets the Atlantic Ocean, in a town called Muanda. Spend several days by the Mangroves National Park and have plenty of time to get a glimpse of local history and life in Bas-Congo.
Bas Congo - Wild West, Livingstone Falls, & River Rapids
bas-congoTour the Bas Congo province and its beautiful sights and landmarks. On your journey through the region, enjoy nature’s premiere collection of ancient trees and bright brilliant flowers. Stop by Zongo Waterfalls for the perfect picture, and enjoy an ocean sunset over the Atlantic from Muanda.
Best of culture and nature: Bas-Congo and the mountain gorillas of Virunga
Start your journey with a cultural exploration of Bas-Congo and Kinshasa and learn about the Congo River. Then head to one of the most beautiful regions of Africa: Virunga Park, home to mountain gorillas and the largest lava lake in the world.
Complete introduction to Kinshasa: one week
Kinshasa, the beating heart of the country on the Congo River. Visit the rapids, the popular districts of the capital and immerse yourself in the nightlife in the evening. Alternate bustling city life with a trip down the Congo River, visit bonobos and camp on well-kept secrets outside of the city. Book your trip now with Congo Travel and Tours.
DRC sample platter: Bas-Congo, Kinshasa and Kisangani
Discover the vibrant capital of Congo together with the region south of Kinshasa where we will go to the mangrove park on the coast. Meet the fishermen of the Wagenia Falls in Kisangani and go visit the old research center of Yangambi located next to the iconic Congo River.
Essential Bas-Congo: From Kinshasa to the coast, ten days
During these ten days, we take our time to fully explore the southern region of Kinshasa. We visit the Botanical Garden, Kisantu Cathedral, several waterfalls and we also explore the mangroves on the ocean. Book your trip now with Congo Travel and Tours!
Essential Katanga Discovery
We visit the capital of Katanga, Lubumbashi and other ex-colonial gems such as Likasi and Kolwezi, in addition to a number of natural sites such as the National Park Kundelungu and the Lofoi Falls. A visit to Katanga is not complete without a visit to the mines!
Garamba Grand Safari
Wildlife unique to DRC such as the Congolese Giraffe, plus elephants, Lion, Leopards, Nile crocodiles, Hippos and much more. A lot of people are surprised to find a park so fine in the DR Congo with so much of the legendary large game of Africa. Garamba is also the only known example in the world and history of domesticated African elephants (the only tamed elephants in the world have been Asian elephants everywhere else.) Garamba is (or at least was) the home to the world’s last known wild population of Northern White Rhinos. It is one of the finest parks in the African continent, and one of the oldest.
Gbadolite: The Versailles Of The Jungle, Inside Mobutu’s Old Palace
Kick off your tour in Kinshasa and see the old Chinese palace of Mobutu near the Congo River as well as the huge satellite dishes from the Mobutu Regime. Visit the old nuclear plant which is now deserted during your Kinshasa tour. Hop on the plane for Gemena and see Gbadolite with Mobutu’s old palaces, airport and many other impressive buildings where the jungle is eating away the buildings next to the Bangui River bordering the Central African Republic. Book this unique historical tour in Congo with Congo Travel and Tours!
Gungu Festival And Pende Cultural Visit
Book your place for the Gungu Festival on July 21st and get to know everything about the Pende Culture from Congo. Join us on this exclusive group tour starting from Kinshasa all the way to Gungu and attend the Gungu Festival with us. Book your tour now with Congo Travel and Tours. Minimum of six participants! Now recruiting for Gungu Festival 2023 and Gungu Festival 2024 Group Tour.
Heart of Africa, Katanga Kingdom, & Mining Tour
drc-5-katanga-tnThe Katanga province, DR Congo’s southern region, awaits your exploration. From the comfort of a 4×4 & tourist-class hotels see Lofoi warerfalls, Likasi mining tour, the National Zoo of Lubumbashi and Muyambo Natural Park where you can spot Antelope, Zebra, and birds.
Kasai River 7-Day Tiger Fishing Adventure
The longest river in the southern Congo River basin system, the Kasai River is home to ferocious Tigerfish or Mbenga, massive species of catfish, and other elusive freshwater game fish. On this week-long trip from Kinshasa, you’ll not only have a chance to reel in one of the meanest fish on the planet, but also discover the authentic, raw side of the DRC – its wild gushing rivers, lush vegetation, and red sandy roads crossing the country. Feel like a local as you fish how they fish on the daily, sometimes with hardships and annoyances, but nonetheless rewarding at the end of each day out on the water.
Kinshasa-Bonobos Encounter and Grand Circuit of Stanley the Explorer
Immerse yourself in central Africa’s largest city. Tour the river-side capital of Kinshasa, and witness the highlights of its surrounding area. Visit famous sights, landmarks, natural wonders, and learn about the deep history of this high energy city.
Lake Mukamba 7-Day Fishing Adventure
Lake Mukamba is known for two things: its interesting story that tells how the body of water came to be and its abundance in different species of fish that attracts enthusiasts from across the continent. On this 7-day tour, discover and experience both aspects as you enjoy days of fishing with a professional guide, mingle with the villagers and exchange interesting stories, and feel like a local at least for a couple of days in this serene and enchanting place.
Meet the Bonobos of the DRC - In the Wild!
Tour to see wild bonobos in the deep jungle, not in a zoo or in the capital. The bonobo only lives in Congo. For this expedition, we are collaborating with a small initiative in the forest below Mbandaka where a group of bonobos are followed by trackers. Congo Travel and tours offers the only organized safari where you can successfully see bonobos and also provide a great introduction to the Congo River and the forest.
Okapi Reserve and Edo Rainforest Bai Tour Expedition from Kinshasa/Kisangani DRC
CTT is very serious about promoting the reserve, the Okapi project, and aiding sustain attention,conservation, and tourism to the park. The park does not have tourist standard lodges so we typically send in our own team and camping and cooking setup to “mobile basecamp” the tourist in the Okapi tour. – However, of course, there is no guarantee to see any Okapis (one of the most elusive and shy mammals in the jungle world fortunately for its survival.)
Photographic Cultural Tour: Kimbanguistes, Voodoo Wrestlers, Sapeurs And Tata Gonda
Join us on this exclusive photography tour focusing on Kinshasa and the Congo-Central Region. We arrange all of the necessary permits and security and go photographing on the streets in Kinshasa, where we will meet the Sapeurs, the snake people and many other colorful characters. We will then go by 4×4 to Nkamba, called the New Jerusalem which was founded by Simon Kimbangu and home to the Kimbanguists. Afterwards we will then visit the mysterious cult of Tata Honda and its followers. This can also be extended with a trip to Mbandaka to photograph the pygmy people and/or Kisangani to see the fishermen of Wagenia.
Pioneer Expedition: Kinshasa To Mbuji-Mayi With Gungu Festival
Now that large parts of the road between Kinshasa and Mbuji-Mayi are finally passable again, we can now offer this unique journey with many gems along the way. We’ll also take advantage of going to the famous Gungu Festival, which takes place every year on July 21, the Belgian holiday. We’ll camp in the Batéké Plateau, visit Kikwit, Tshikapa, Kananga and Mbuji-Mayi and also visit natural sites such as waterfalls and other beautiful places. Be among the few outsiders who have ever done this route and join us for our upcoming recurring group tour on the 14th of July.
Pygmy Villages, Congo River, and Deep Jungles
Made from popular demand and inquiries from our customers online, this adventurous tour takes place in very back-land forest. Travel is made by jeeps and traditionally dug out pirogues.– Includes full-board accommodation.
Salonga National Park Expedition From the Congo River
This is a serious frontier expedition into Africa’s largest tropical jungle reserve and one of its most remote reaches of rainforest. It does not take you into the dangerous areas of Kasai and rebel-held territories, and approaches from the mostly de-populated north from the equator and the Congo River.
The pygmy Tribes of Equateur And The Wagenia Fishermen of Kisangani
This travel will take you to some of the most beautiful regions in all of the Democratic Republic of Congo (Congo-Kinshasa). Our trip will either start in Mbandaka or Kisangani, depending on flight availability. In Mbandaka we will visit two pygmy villages where we will spend a few days among the villagers, participating in their everyday activities. From Mbandaka we’ll take the plane to Kisangani, where we will visit the Wagenia Falls and see the famous fishermen on the Congo River. During our stay we’ll also visit the old Belgian research center in Yangambi.
Tiger Fishing – The Monster of the Congo River
Take your next fishing trip in the Congo. The Mbenga Tiger Fish can be found especially in DR Congo. The Treacherous black river “Mayi Ndombe” enters the Majestic Congo River, and in it, you will discover five distinct species of Tiger fish found in Africa’s mightiest rivers.
Twelve days in Bas-Congo and Kinshasa
We visit the bustling capital of Congo and also take a trip down the Congo River. We then go to the coast, where we look for manatees in the mangroves at the mouth of the Congo. We take our time to experience the historic sites, waterfalls and natural beauty along the way. Book your trip now with our local agency from Kinshasa.
Additional CTT Products in DRC organized by our professional team
A. Congo River
1. Expedition from Kisangani to Kinshasa (1724 Km in 21 days )
2. Expedition from Mbandaka to Kinshasa (500Km in 5 days )
3. Excursion from Kinshasa – Maluku – Kinshasa (80Km in 1 days )
B. Sportive tourism (trek, Hike and fish )
1. National park of Kahuzi Biega (600.000 ha), low land gorilla.
2. Virunga National park., (800.000 ha): hippopotamous, lions, buffles, elephants, antelopes, Birds Ruwenzori Chain mountain (5,119m) et les Nyamulagira et vishumbi active volcanoes
3. Upemba (1.200.000 ha) and Garamba : lions, tiger Leopard, elephants, zebra.
4. Kundelungu National park (240.000 ha) antelopes, chimpanzees,
5. Tiger fishing at Maï – ndombe black river.
C. Geographic, Historical, Scientific research
1. Sociology and anthropology research with pygmy tribes
2. Kisantu Botanical garden, Eyala Botanical Garden
3. Mbanza ngungu Grave with blind fishes
4. Research in real tropical Forest
5 The Kuba Art Museum, Nyimi, Royal palace.
D. Picnic for one or two days excursion
1. Kinshasa city tours.
2. Bonobos sanctuary tours, Ma valee and lukaya waterfalls
3. Kinshasa by night
4. Congo River cruise
5. Rapids and cataracts tours
6. Zongo water falls
7. Kisantu Botanical garden
8. Mbanza Ngungu graves
E. Religious Pilgrimage tours
Pilgrimage to Kamba and Kimbangu historical tour.
F. Business Tourism, conference and summit, music, wedding, and shopping.
– Facility for conference, summit and important meeting
– Investment facility
– Event organisation
– Wedding with famous Congolese musician shows
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